Page 1: Table Of Contents
2007 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ....... 7 Universal Home Remote System ..141 Storage Areas ........153 Front Seats ..........9 Sunroof ..........156 Rear Seats ..........19 Safety Belts ..........20 Instrument Panel ........157 Child Restraints ........
Page 2 Service and Appearance Care ....323 Maintenance Schedule ......441 Service ..........325 Maintenance Schedule ......442 Fuel ............327 Customer Assistance Information ..... 459 Checking Things Under the Hood ..332 Customer Assistance and Headlamp Aiming ......... 377 Information ........
Page 3: Canadian Owners
If the GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name LUCERNE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual CAUTION: Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn These mean there is something that could about the features and controls for the vehicle. hurt you or other people.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along Notice: These mean there is something with the text describing the operation or information that could damage your vehicle.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............. 9 Right Front Passenger Position ....34 Manual Passenger Seat ........ 9 Center Front Passenger Position ....35 Power Seats ..........9 Rear Seat Passengers ........ 36 Power Lumbar ..........10 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Airbag System ..........70 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..86 Where Are the Airbags? ......73 Adding Equipment to Your When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ....77 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......87 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ....79 Restraint System Check .......
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats Manual Passenger Seat Driver’s Seat with Power Seat Control, Power Recline, and Power Lumbar shown If the vehicle has power seats, the controls used Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to to operate them are located on the outboard side unlock it.
Page 10: Power Lumbar
Power Lumbar To adjust the seat, do any of the following: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. •...
Page 11 Keep in mind that as your seating position (Heated Seatback): Press this button to turn changes, as it may during long trips, so should the on the heated seatback. position of your lumbar support. Adjust the seat Press the button to turn on the desired feature. as needed.
Page 12 Heated and Cooled Seats Press each button to turn on the desired feature. A light on that button will display indicating The front seats may have the heated and cooled which feature is on. seat feature. To heat or cool the seats, the ignition There are three temperature settings for each must be on.
Page 13: Memory Seat And Mirrors
Memory Seat and Mirrors To save your positions in memory, do the following: Your vehicle may have the memory package. 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, and both outside mirrors to your preferred position. 2. Press and hold button 1 until two beeps sound through the driver’s side front speaker to let you know that the position has been stored.
Page 14 Easy Exit Seat To recall your memory positions, the vehicle must be in PARK (P). Press and release either The control for this feature is located on the button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driver’s door panel between buttons 1 and 2. driving position.
Page 15: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks, the lever used to operate them is located on the Manual Reclining Seatbacks outboard side of the seats. CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 16 Power Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 17 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 18: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head.
Page 19: Rear Seats
Center Seat Rear Seats Rear Seat Pass-Through Door Your vehicle has a pass-through door that provides access to the trunk from the rear seats. See “Rear Seat Pass-Through Door” under Trunk on page 106. Your vehicle may have a front center seat. This seat can be converted to a storage area by lowering the seatback.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a This part of the manual tells you how to use cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. safety belts properly. It also tells you some things In a collision, people riding in these areas you should not do with safety belts.
Page 21 Why Safety Belts Work In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast why: They work. as it goes. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one.
Page 22 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
Page 23 The person keeps going until stopped by or the instrument panel... something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 24: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 25: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are Be aware that there are special things to know in an accident —...
Page 26: Driver Position
Driver Position The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, Lap-Shoulder Belt let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to 4.
Page 27 6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the The lap part of the belt should be worn low and safety belt through the latch plate to fully snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 28 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 29 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 30 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 31 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 32 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 33: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
Page 34: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt women.
Page 35: Center Front Passenger Position
Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 36: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. It is very important for rear seat passengers to Here is how to wear one properly. buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 37 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. The latch plates for the safety belts in each rear seating position vary in size. If the center rear or the left rear latch plate is inserted into the incorrect buckle, the plate will not latch properly.
Page 38 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 39: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 40 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 41: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met.
Page 42: Child Restraints
Safety Belt Extender Child Restraints If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, Older Children you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/ retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 43 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? CAUTION: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt Never do this. can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross Here two children are wearing the same the face or neck.
Page 44 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the CAUTION: shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Never do this. If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 45: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 46 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 47 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 48 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic Newborn infants need complete support, types. Selection of a particular restraint should including support for the head and neck. take into consideration not only the child’s This is necessary because a newborn weight, height, and age but also whether or not...
Page 49: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 50 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the for the child’s body with the harness and also infant. The harness system holds the infant sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant or shelf-like shields.
Page 51 How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 52 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 55 for the Vehicle more information. A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
Page 53 Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint CAUTION: There are several systems for securing the A child can be seriously injured or killed child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come in a crash if the child is not properly down over each of the infant’s shoulders and secured in the child restraint.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front Even though the passenger sensing seat. We recommend that children be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in system is designed to turn off the right a rear-facing child restraint;...
Page 55 Lower Anchors and Tethers for CAUTION: Children (LATCH) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during A child in a child restraint in the center driving or in a crash. This system is designed front seat can be badly injured or killed by to make installation of a child restraint easier.
Page 56 Lower Anchors In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle.
Page 57 Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 58 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each Locations seating position with lower anchors has (Top Tether Anchor): two labels, near Seating positions with the crease between top tether anchors. the seatback and the seat cushion.
Page 59 Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. There is no place to attach the top tether in this position.
Page 60 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: Each top tether anchor and lower anchor CAUTION: in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint. Attaching more than one If a LATCH-type child restraint is not child restraint to a single anchor could attached to anchors, the restraint will not cause the anchor or attachment to come...
Page 61 Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety CAUTION: belt or the seat. When removing the child restraint, always remember to return the safety Children can be seriously injured or belts to their normal, stowed position before strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped folding the rear seat.
Page 62 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends If the position you are that the top tether be attached, attach and using does not have a tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, head restraint and you if equipped. Refer to the child restraint are using a dual tether, instructions and the following steps: route the tether over the...
Page 63 Securing a Child Restraint in a If the position you are using has a ﬁxed head Rear Seat Position restraint and you are using a dual tether, If your child restraint has the LATCH system, route the tether around see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children the head restraint.
Page 64 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle out of the retractor to set the lock. the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 65 6. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 55. 7.
Page 66: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a CAUTION: forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 54.
Page 67 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: If you need to secure a forward-facing A child in a rear-facing child restraint can child restraint in the right front seat, be seriously injured or killed if the right always move the front passenger seat as front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 68 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt the instructions that came with the child restraint. through or around the restraint.
Page 69 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child out of the retractor to set the lock. restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 70: Airbag System
Airbag System 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Your vehicle has the following airbags: 8. If the airbag is off, the off indicator on the • A frontal airbag for the driver. overhead console will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START.
Page 71 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: CAUTION: Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near You can be severely injured or killed in a frontal crashes.
Page 72 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags Anyone who is up against, or very close inﬂate with great force, faster than the to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be blink of an eye. If you are too close to an seriously injured or killed.
Page 73: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 199 for more information.
Page 74 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the The seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver instrument panel on the passenger’s side. is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 75 The seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver front passenger is in the side of the passenger’s and the person seated directly behind the driver seatback closest to the door. is in the ceiling above the side windows.
Page 76 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any...
Page 77: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? Your vehicle also has a “dual depth” passenger airbag that adjusts the restraint according to crash The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal severity, seat location, and safety belt status using airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to electronic frontal sensor(s) and other special severe frontal or near-frontal crashes.
Page 78 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash is buckled or unbuckled. The passenger seat speeds. For example: position sensor and passenger safety belt buckle switch provide information which is used to • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the determine if the airbags should deploy at a airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed reduced level or full deployment.
Page 79: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a collisions, even belted occupants can contact the crash.
Page 80: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag CAUTION: Inﬂates? After frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact When an airbag inﬂates, there may be airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly dust in the air. This dust could cause that some people may not even realize an airbag breathing problems for people with a inﬂated.
Page 81: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. deformation. Additional windshield breakage may The passenger airbag status indicator on the also occur from the right front passenger airbag. overhead console will be visible when you turn •...
Page 82 The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat and CAUTION: safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and A child in a rear-facing child restraint can determine if the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag be seriously injured or killed if the right...
Page 83 • The right front passenger seat is occupied by CAUTION: (Continued) a smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints. • Or if there is a critical problem with the airbag If you need to secure a forward-facing system or the passenger sensing system.
Page 84 If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in and ask the person to place the seatback in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the the vehicle and check with your dealer. seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.
Page 85 Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affect how well the passenger sensing system CAUTION: operates. You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if If the airbag readiness light in the your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. instrument panel cluster ever comes on See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 87 for more information about...
Page 86: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped CAUTION: Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is serviced. There are parts of the airbag system turned off and the battery is disconnected, in several places around your vehicle. You do an airbag can still inﬂate during improper not want the system to inﬂate while someone is service.
Page 87: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out Airbag-Equipped Vehicle whether this will affect my airbag system? Changing or moving any parts of the front Is there anything I might add to the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and or sides of the vehicle that could keep the diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument...
Page 88: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag, or the airbag covering on the driver’s and Checking the Restraint Systems right front passenger’s seatback, or the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling near the Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder side windows, the bag may not work properly.
Page 89: Replacing Restraint System Parts
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH After a Crash system parts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to CAUTION: have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced.
Page 90 ✍ NOTES...
Page 91: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .............. 93 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ..114 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ..95 New Vehicle Break-In ........ 114 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Ignition Positions ........114 System Operation ........96 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ..... 116 Starting the Engine ........
Page 92 Section 2 Features and Controls Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Storage Areas ..........153 with Compass ........133 Glove Box ..........153 Outside Power Mirrors ....... 135 Cupholder(s) ..........153 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ....135 Front Storage Area ........153 Outside Convex Mirror .......
Page 93: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing...
Page 94 One key is used for the When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer/retailer ignition, the driver’s door removes the key tag from the key and gives it to and the glovebox lock. the ﬁrst owner. Each tag has a code on it that tells your dealer/retailer or a qualiﬁed locksmith how to make extra keys.
Page 95: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) At times you may notice a decrease in operating range. This is normal for any RKE system. System If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system to work, try this: operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal...
Page 96: System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked, and the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Page 97 (Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and doors. If enabled through the Driver Information release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn Center (DIC), the parking lamps will ﬂash once to signal lamps will ﬂash and the horn will sound indicate locking has occurred.
Page 98 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your RKE transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 99 3. Slide the new battery into the transmitter with also turn on. Cooled seats are not activated during the positive side of the battery facing down. a remote start. Normal operation of the system will Use a type CR2032 battery, or equivalent return after the key is turned to the RUN position.
Page 100 To start the vehicle using the remote start feature, After entering the vehicle during a remote start, do the following: insert and turn the key to RUN to drive the vehicle. 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension 2.
Page 101 Remote Start Ready Or, you can extend the engine run time by another 10 minutes within the ﬁrst 10 minute remote If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start time frame, and before the engine stops. start feature, it may have the remote start For example, if the lock button and then the ready feature.
Page 102: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme CAUTION: heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 103: Power Door Locks
Delayed Locking There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. This feature allows the driver to delay the actual From the outside, use either the key or the remote locking of the doors. When the driver’s power door keyless entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 104: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Rear Door Security Locks Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks, that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors Your vehicle is programmed so that, when the from the inside. doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P), all the doors will The rear door security locks are located on the lock.
Page 105: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection To use these locks, do the following: 1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and If the key is in the ignition and the power door lock turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position. switch is used to lock the doors, all doors will 2.
Page 106: Trunk
Trunk Remote Trunk Release The remote trunk release button is located CAUTION: in the glovebox. It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Page 107 Emergency Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. Rear Seat Pass-Through Your vehicle has a small door in the rear seat.
Page 108: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 109: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Down Window This feature is on the front windows. Press the The power window switch to the second position to activate the switches are located on express-down feature. To stop the window as it is the driver’s door lowering, press down brieﬂy on the switch again.
Page 110: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors Content Theft-Deterrent To block out glare, swing down the visor. The visors Your vehicle may have the optional content can also be removed from the center mount and theft-deterrent alarm system. moved to the side to block glare from the side. To activate the theft-deterrent system: Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror 1.
Page 111 ® Arming with the Power Lock Switch PASS-Key III+ The alarm system will arm when you use either ® The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio power lock switch to lock the doors while any door frequency subject to Federal Communications or the trunk is open and the key is removed Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry from the ignition.
Page 112: Pass-Key Iii+ Operation
Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does than an authorized service facility could void not start and the security light on the instrument authorization to use this equipment. panel cluster comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder.
Page 113 See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can If you are ever driving and the security light ® service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart ® is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates your engine if you turn it off.
Page 114: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle With the ignition key in the ignition, the key can be turned to four different positions: New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: •...
Page 115 Key In the Ignition A (OFF): This is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted or removed. This Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it position locks the ignition and transaxle. It is a is an easy target for joy riders or thieves.
Page 116: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Starting the Engine The following accessories on your vehicle can be Place the transaxle in the proper gear. used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or turned off.
Page 117 Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, Cranking System. This feature assists especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much in starting the engine and protects components.
Page 118: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and Plugging the cord into an ungrounded better fuel economy during engine warm-up. outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Page 119: Automatic Transaxle Operation
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside CAUTION: temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer/retailer in the area where you will be parking if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P)
Page 120 If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way CAUTION: into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. Shifting into a drive gear while your See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 125.
Page 121 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. SECOND (2): This position reduces vehicle speed It provides the best fuel economy for your even more than THIRD (3) without using your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, brakes. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can and you are: help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to...
Page 122: Parking Brake
Parking Brake A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The brake light The parking brake pedal will come on and stay on until the parking brake is is located to the left of released.
Page 123: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) Steering Column Shift Lever If your vehicle has a steering column shift lever, use the following procedure to shift the vehicle CAUTION: into PARK (P): 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. It can be dangerous to get out of your 2.
Page 124 Console Shift Lever Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If your vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use the following procedure to shift the vehicle into PARK (P): CAUTION: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 2.
Page 125: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the control system. You have to fully apply your vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) in the transaxle.
Page 126: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Page 127: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) • CAUTION: Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the • Repairs were not done correctly. gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you •...
Page 128: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked CAUTION: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in CAUTION: PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 129: Mirrors
® Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar Mirror Operation Manual Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have a manual rearview mirror While sitting in a comfortable driving position, ® with the OnStar System. You can adjust the mirror adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind for day or night driving.
Page 130: With Onstar
® Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror There are three additional buttons for the OnStar system. See your dealer for more information ® with OnStar and Compass ® on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar ® See OnStar System on page 137 for more Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming ®...
Page 131 Compass Operation Compass Variance Press the on/off button once to turn the compass Compass variance is the difference between on or off. earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving There is a compass display in the window in the the factory.
Page 132 To adjust for compass variance: 3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the window on the mirror by pressing the on/off 1. Find your current location and variance zone button. Once you ﬁnd your zone number, number on the following zone map. release the button.
Page 133: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Compass Operation with Compass Press the on/off button once to turn the compass on or off. Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming When the ignition and the compass feature are rearview mirror with a compass. This feature on, the compass will show two character boxes for enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from a few seconds.
Page 134 Compass Variance To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance Compass variance is the difference between zone number on the zone map. See Automatic earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. ® Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar If the mirror is not adjusted for compass Compass on page 130 for map information.
Page 135: Outside Power Mirrors
Outside Power Mirrors Outside Curb View Assist Mirror If your vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, The controls for the it will also be capable of performing the curb view outside power mirrors assist mirror feature. This feature will allow the are located on the driver’s and passenger’s side mirror to tilt to driver’s door armrest.
Page 136: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be If you have this feature, the outside driver’s mirror seen from the driver’s seat. will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. When you operate the rear window defogger, CAUTION: the heated driver’s and passenger’s outside...
Page 137: Onstar ® System
® ® OnStar System A complete OnStar Owners Guide and the ® OnStar Terms and Conditions are included in the ® vehicle’s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature. For more information, visit onstar.com or ® onstar.ca, contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press ®...
Page 138 Available Services with Safe & Available Services included with ® ® Sound Plan Directions & Connections Plan • • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment All Safe and Sound Plan Services • • Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or ®...
Page 139 ® ® OnStar Virtual Advisor How OnStar Service Works ® ® ® OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar In order to provide you with OnStar services, ® Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to your vehicle’s OnStar system has the capability access location-based weather, local traffic reports, of recording and transmitting vehicle information.
Page 140 ® OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle Your vehicle must have a working electrical ® is in a place where OnStar has an agreement system (including adequate battery power) for the ® with a wireless service provider for service in that OnStar equipment to operate.
Page 141: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote System System Identiﬁcation Your vehicle may have a Universal Home Remote System. If there are three round LED indicator lights above Determine which Universal Home Remote your the Universal Home Remote buttons, follow the vehicle has and then read the pages following for instructions under Universal Home Remote System instructions on programming your speciﬁc Operation (With Three Round LED).
Page 142: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote System Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED) The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand-held Radio-Frequency (RF) transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home lighting. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 143 Programming the Universal Home Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote. Remote System Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to To program up to three devices: have another person available to assist you in the programming steps.
Page 144 4. The indicator light will ﬂash slowly at ﬁrst and 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener then rapidly after Universal Home Remote receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” successfully receives the frequency signal or “Smart” button. This can usually be found from the hand-held transmitter.
Page 145 Gate Operator and Canadian Using Universal Home Remote Programming Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second. Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter The indicator light will come on while the signal is signals to time out or quit after several seconds being transmitted.
Page 146: Universal Home Remote System
Reprogramming a Single Universal Universal Home Remote System Home Remote Button Operation (With Three Round LED) To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button.
Page 147 Programming Universal Home Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the steps Remote — Rolling Code involved, it may be helpful to have another Most garage door openers sold after 1996 are person available to assist you in programming Rolling Code units.
Page 148 3. Immediately return to your vehicle. Press and hold the universal home remote button that you would like to use to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. You may need to hold the button from ﬁve to 20 seconds.
Page 149 Programming Universal Home To program up to three devices: Remote — Fixed Code Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are Fixed Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before you begin. If you do not follow these actions, the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure.
Page 150 Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions Your panel of switches may not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on your hand-held transmitter may be labeled, as follows: •...
Page 151 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” • When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.”...
Page 152 Reprogramming Universal Home 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three Remote Buttons buttons at the same time. The indicator lights You can reprogram any of the three buttons by will turn on. repeating the instructions.
Page 153: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Front Storage Area Your vehicle has a removable front storage bin. Glove Box To open, push down then release to reveal the front bin and accessory outlet. To remove, To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. push up and forward to loosen, then pull the bin The glove box has a light inside.
Page 154: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area Center Flex Storage Unit If your vehicle has a full ﬂoor console it has Your vehicle may have a center ﬂex storage unit two storage areas. To access the upper tray that includes a front center seat with a lap belt and storage, lift the left lever located in the front of the an underseat storage compartment.
Page 155: Floor Mats
Floor Mats Rear Seat Armrest The ﬂoor mats are designed to remain in position Your vehicle has a rear seat armrest with under your feet and out of reach of the cupholders. To access, pull the tab on the accelerator pedal. The driver side ﬂoor mat is held armrest forward.
Page 156: Sunroof
Sunroof To close the sunroof, press the front of the driver’s side button to the second detent position, and Your vehicle may be equipped with a power release. sunroof. To vent the sunroof press and hold the back of The sunroof buttons are the passenger’s side button until the vent reaches located on the the desired position.
Page 157: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ......160 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ....175 Hazard Warning Flashers ......162 Instrument Panel Brightness ...... 176 Other Warning Devices ......162 Courtesy Lamps ........176 Horn ............162 Entry Lighting ..........176 Tilt Wheel ..........
Page 158 Section 3 Instrument Panel Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ..196 Cruise Control Light ........212 Instrument Panel Cluster ......196 Highbeam On Light ........212 Speedometer and Odometer ...... 198 Fuel Gage ..........213 Trip Odometer ........... 198 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....214 Tachometer ..........
Page 159 ✍ NOTES...
Page 160: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 161 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on K. Parking Brake. See Parking Brake on page 193. page 122. B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons L. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. See Audio (If Equipped).
Page 162: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. again to turn the ﬂashers off. They also let police know you have a problem. When the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, your Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on turn signals will not work.
Page 163: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel Heated Steering Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel Your vehicle may have a heated steering wheel. before you drive. You can also raise it to the The button with this highest level to give your legs more room when symbol is located on you exit and enter the vehicle.
Page 164: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever • Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 168. • Heated Washer Fluid. See Windshield Washer on page 168. Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever on the left side of the steering wheel all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete.
Page 165: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the To change the headlamps from low beam to lane change is complete. If you momentarily high beam, push the turn signal lever away from press and release the lever, the turn signal will you.
Page 166: Flash-To-Pass
Flash-to-Pass (Low Speed): Turn the band away from you to the ﬁrst solid band past the delay settings This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps for steady wiping at low speed. to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass.
Page 167: Rainsense™ Ii Wipers
Rainsense™ II Wipers This allows more rain or snow to collect on the windshield between wipes. Turning the wiper band If your vehicle has this feature, the moisture away from you to higher sensitivity levels increases sensor is mounted on the interior of the windshield the sensitivity of the system and frequency of beside the rearview mirror and is used to wipes.
Page 168: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Heated Washer Fluid): The heated windshield washer ﬂuid system, if your vehicle has this feature, may be used to help clear ice, snow, tree sap, or bugs from your windshield. CAUTION: Sliding the switch on the turn signal/multifunction lever to this position and then releasing it will In freezing weather, do not use your activate the heated windshield washer ﬂuid...
Page 169: Cruise Control
Cruise Control If your vehicle is in cruise control when the Traction Control System (TCS), if your vehicle has With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of this feature, begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without control will automatically disengage.
Page 170 + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to CAUTION: a previously set speed. SET–: Press this button to set the speed or make If you leave your cruise control on when the vehicle decelerate. you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise...
Page 171 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Suppose you set the cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off To reduce your speed while using cruise control: the cruise control, but it does not need to be reset. •...
Page 172: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well the cruise control will work on hills The exterior lamps depends upon the vehicle speed, load and the control is located on steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, the instrument panel you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to the left of the...
Page 173: Wiper Activated Headlamps
The exterior lamps control has four positions: (Fog Lamps): Push the exterior lamps control in to turn on the fog lamps. (Off): Turn the control to this position to turn off the exterior lamps. See Fog Lamps on page 175. AUTO (Automatic): Turn the control to this Wiper Activated Headlamps position to automatically turn on the headlamps at...
Page 174: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps will be on. The parking lamps, taillamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier sidemarker and other lamps will not be on. for others to see the front of your vehicle during When it is dark enough outside, your low-beam the day.
Page 175: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Cornering Lamps If your vehicle has this feature, the cornering (Fog Lamps): If your vehicle has fog lamps, lamps come on when: the headlamps or parking the button is located on the exterior lamps control. lamps are on, the vehicle is not in PARK (P), The exterior lamps control is located on the and you signal a turn with the turn signal/ instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
Page 176: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Entry Lighting If it is dark enough outside when you press the (Instrument Panel Brightness): This unlock button on the remote keyless entry feature controls the brightness of the instrument transmitter, the interior courtesy lamps will turn on panel lights.
Page 177: Theater Dimming
Theater Dimming Perimeter Lighting This feature allows for a three to ﬁve-second fade If it is dark enough outside when the unlock button out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate on the remote keyless entry transmitter is turn off. pressed, the DRL, parking lamps and back-up lamps will come on.
Page 178: Electric Power Management
Electric Power Management A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on: headlamps, high beams, The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate that estimates the battery’s temperature and state control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine of charge.
Page 179: Inadvertent Power Battery Saver
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver Battery Run-Down Protection This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s This vehicle has a feature to help prevent the battery against drainage from the interior lamps, or battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy garage door opener.
Page 180: Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (Urpa)
Ultrasonic Rear Parking CAUTION: Assist (URPA) If your vehicle is equipped, the Ultrasonic Rear The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (URPA) Parking Assist (URPA) system is designed to help system does not replace driver vision. you park while in REVERSE (R). It operates URPA does not: only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 181 The display is located The system can be disabled using the Driver near the rear window Information Center (DIC). See DIC Controls and and can be seen Displays on page 214. by looking over your How the System Works when Backing right shoulder.
Page 182 When the System Does Not Seem to • The ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean. So, be sure to keep your vehicle’s rear bumper free Work Properly of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. For cleaning If the URPA system will not activate due to a instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on temporary condition, the message PARK ASSIST page 423.
Page 183: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
For Driver Information Center messages related to Certain electrical accessories may not be URPA, see DIC Warnings and Messages on compatible to the accessory power outlets and page 223. could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see your dealer for If the bumper is damaged, your URPA system additional information on the accessory power may not work properly.
Page 184: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Operation (Off): Turn the left knob to this position to turn Climate Control System the climate control system off. With this system you can control the heating, (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle. counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan If your vehicle has the remote start feature and it speed.
Page 185 (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining the air conditioning system on or off. When air to the ﬂoor outlets. Slightly cooler air is directed this button is pressed, an indicator light below the to the instrument panel outlets and warmer air is button will come on to let you know the air...
Page 186 Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Fog on the inside of the vehicle is a result of high remove fog from the rear window. humidity causing moisture to condense on the cool window glass.
Page 187: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
If your vehicle has heated outside rearview was turned off. The rear window defogger will be mirrors, the mirrors will heat to help clear fog or turned on by the climate control system when frost from the surface of the mirror when the it is cold outside.
Page 188 AUTO (Automatic Mode) Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the 1. Turn the fan control to AUTO. windshield. For more information on the solar 2. Turn the mode control to AUTO. sensor, see “Sensors”...
Page 189 To change the current mode, select one of the (Auto Recirculation): If AUTO is selected following positions using the right control: on either the fan or mode control, the system will automatically control the air inlet to supply (Vent): Turn the control to this mode to direct fresh outside air or recirculate the interior air air to the instrument panel outlets.
Page 190 The air conditioning system removes moisture (Driver’s Temperature Controls): Press from the air, so you may notice a small amount of these buttons next to the fan control to manually water dripping underneath your vehicle while increase or decrease the temperature inside idling or after turning off the engine.
Page 191 Sensors There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature.
Page 192 Defogging and Defrosting (Defrost): Use this mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Turning the Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high control to this mode directs most of the air to humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window the windshield and the side window outlets.
Page 193: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN. The rear window defogger Use the levers, located in the middle of the front will stay on for about 20 minutes after the button is outlets, to change the direction of the airﬂow.
Page 194: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Outside air is routed through a passenger compartment air ﬁlter before entering the vehicle. This ﬁlter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. The ﬁlter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
Page 195 To access the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Press the tabs back and left to remove the cover. 3. To remove the air ﬁlter, insert a tool between the air ﬁlter and the compartment wall on the outboard side of the vehicle.
Page 196: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as you are driving, or when one of Indicators the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. This part describes the warning lights and gages on Please follow this manual’s advice.
Page 197 Your vehicle has this cluster or one very similar to it. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about them. United States shown, Canada similar...
Page 198: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in Your tachometer displays the engine speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per revolutions per minute (rpm). hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles or Safety Belt Reminder Light kilometers.
Page 199: Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Passenger Safety Belt Airbag Readiness Light Reminder Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or The system checks the airbag’s electrical START, a chime will sound for several seconds to system for malfunctions.
Page 200: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. your airbag system may not work properly. Your overhead console has a passenger airbag Have your vehicle serviced right away.
Page 201 CAUTION: CAUTION: If the on indicator comes on when you have Even though the passenger sensing a rear-facing child restraint installed in the system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s seat, it means that passenger’s frontal airbag and the passenger sensing system has not seat-mounted side impact airbag if the turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag...
Page 202: Charging System Light
Charging System Light If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger When you turn the key to sensing system. See your dealer for service. RUN or START, this light will come on brieﬂy to show that it is working.
Page 203: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking into two parts. If one part is not working, the other brake does not release fully.
Page 204: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light Warning Light With the anti-lock brake This warning light system, the light(s) should come on will come on when brieﬂy when the your engine is started engine is started. and may stay on for several seconds.
Page 205: Stabilitrak Indicator Light
If the traction control system is manually turned This light may come on after you ﬁrst start to drive off, this light will come on and the TRACTION and the STABILITRAK NOT READY message CONTROL OFF message will appear on the DIC. will appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 206: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on when the engine has overheated. If this happens you should pull over and turn off United States Canada the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 351 for more information.
Page 207: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will accompany the light. See DIC This light comes on Warnings and Messages on page 223 for more brieﬂy when you turn information. the ignition to RUN.
Page 208: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, the emission controls Check Engine Light might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead Your vehicle has a to costly repairs that might not be covered by computer which...
Page 209 This light should come on, as a check to show If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, you it is working, when the ignition is on and the see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. engine is not running. If the light does not If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do come on, have it repaired.
Page 210 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? Programs If so, your electrical system may be wet. The Some state/provincial and local governments have condition will usually be corrected when the or may begin programs to inspect the emission electrical system dries out.
Page 211: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so The light goes on when you turn your key to RUN or hot that it catches ﬁre.
Page 212: Security Light
Security Light Cruise Control Light For information This light comes on regarding this light, whenever you set the ® see PASS-Key III+ cruise control. Operation on page 112. The light goes out when the cruise control is Fog Lamp Light turned off.
Page 213: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are some things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes more (or less) fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated.
Page 214: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) If your vehicle’s DIC has these features, the compass direction and the outside air temperature Your vehicle has a Driver Information may also display on the DIC when viewing the Center (DIC). trip and fuel information. The compass direction appears on the top right corner of the DIC display.
Page 215 DIC Buttons (Customization): Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle. The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information, See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 233 customization, and set/reset buttons. The button for more information. functions are detailed in the following pages. (Set/Reset): Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC.
Page 216 Fuel Range Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing the set/reset button while the desired Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE trip odometer is displayed. displays. This display shows the approximate The trip odometer has a feature called the number of remaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) retro-active reset.
Page 217 Average Economy Average Speed Press the trip/fuel button until AVG ECONOMY Press the trip/fuel button until AVERAGE SPEED displays. This display shows the approximate displays. This display shows the average speed average miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per of the vehicle in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers 100 kilometers (L/100 km).
Page 218 Vehicle Information Menu Items Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. (Vehicle Information): Press this button to Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil scroll through the following menu items: has just been changed.
Page 219: Tire Pressure
Units Learn Tire Positions Press the vehicle information button until UNITS To access this display, the vehicle must be in displays. This display allows you to select between PARK (P). After rotating the tires or after replacing English or Metric units of measurement. Once in a tire or sensor, the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) this display, press the set/reset button to select system must re-learn the tire positions.
Page 220: Dic Compass
Relearn Remote Key Blank Display To access this display, the vehicle must be in This display shows no information. PARK (P). This display allows you to match Customization Menu Items Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match an RKE transmitter to your (Customization): Press this button to enter the vehicle, do the following: feature settings menu.
Page 221 Compass Zone To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Under certain circumstances, such as during a Compass Variance Procedure long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance 1. Press the vehicle information button until and reset the zone through the DIC.
Page 222 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through To calibrate the compass, use the following and select the appropriate variance zone. procedure: Navigate to one of the trip/fuel menu screens Compass Calibration Procedure to view the direction the vehicle is moving. 1.
Page 223: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the automatic Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the headlamps are turned off. See Exterior Lamps on driver that the status of the vehicle has changed page 172 for more information.
Page 224 CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Tires on page 385, Loading Your Vehicle on page 307, and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on This message displays when service is required page 392. The DIC display also shows the tire for the vehicle. See your dealer. See Engine Oil on pressure values for the front and rear tires by page 337 and Scheduled Maintenance on pressing the vehicle information button.
Page 225 ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle’s engine Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the power is reduced. Reduced engine power can engine is overheating, severe engine damage affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this may occur.
Page 226 HEATED WASH (Washer) FLUID ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE SYSTEM OFF This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road This message displays when you manually turn off conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. the heated windshield washer ﬂuid system or when the system automatically turns off.
Page 227 OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE PARK ASSIST OFF If your vehicle has this feature, after the vehicle Notice: If you drive your vehicle while has been started, this message will reminder the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine the driver that the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist damage may occur.
Page 228 REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning) SYSTEM This message displays while you are matching a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to This message displays when the electronic sensors your vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your that control the air conditioning and heating Vehicle”...
Page 229 SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with If your vehicle has this feature, this message the brake system. The brake system warning displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic light and the anti-lock brake system warning light Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system.
Page 230 SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the displays if there has been a problem detected ® key. A fault has been detected in the system which with StabiliTrak .
Page 231 SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL STABILITRAK NOT READY ® This message displays when the Traction Control If your vehicle has StabiliTrak , this message may System (TCS) is not functioning properly. display and the Traction Control System and ® A warning light also appears on the instrument StabiliTrak Warning Light on the instrument panel panel cluster.
Page 232 THEFT ATTEMPTED TRACTION CONTROL OFF This message displays if the content theft-deterrent This message displays when the Traction Control system has detected a break-in attempt while System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving you were away from your vehicle. See Content accordingly.
Page 233: Dic Vehicle Customization
TURN SIGNAL ON DIC Vehicle Customization This message displays as a reminder to turn off Your vehicle has customization capabilities the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for that allow you to program certain features to more than about 0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn one preferred setting.
Page 234 Entering the Feature Settings Menu DISPLAY LANGUAGE 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle This feature allows you to select the language in in PARK (P). which the DIC messages will appear. To avoid excessive drain on the battery, Press the customization button until the DISPLAY it is recommended that the headlamps are LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display.
Page 235 AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select when the This feature allows you to select whether or not vehicle’s doors will automatically lock. See the door(s) will automatically unlock. It also allows Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 104 you to select which doors and when they will for more information.
Page 236 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this LIGHTS ONLY: The exterior lamps will ﬂash feature. The current setting will remain. when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter. Select one of the available choices and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the HORN ONLY: The horn will sound on the second DIC to select it.
Page 237 REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not This feature allows you to select the type of the locking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. feedback you will receive when unlocking the When locking the doors with the power door vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lock switch and a door is open, this feature will...
Page 238 Select one of the available choices and press the Select one of the available choices and press the set/reset button while it is displayed on the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it. DIC to select it. EXIT LIGHTING APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select the amount of...
Page 239 PARK TILT MIRRORS NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to Select one of the available choices and press the select whether or not the outside mirror(s) set/reset button while it is displayed on the will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is DIC to select it.
Page 240 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this ON: The driver’s seat will move back when the feature. The current setting will remain. key is removed from the ignition. Select one of the available choices and press the The automatic easy exit seat movement will only set/reset button while it is displayed on the occur one time after the key is removed from DIC to select it.
Page 241 MEMORY SEAT RECALL REMOTE START If the vehicle has this feature, it allows you to If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select your preference for the memory seat recall turn the remote start off or on. The remote feature.
Page 242 FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the This feature allows you to exit the FEATURE customization features back to their factory SETTINGS menu. default settings. Press the customization button until FEATURE Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS PRESS TO EXIT appears in SETTINGS appears on the DIC display.
Page 243: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) CAUTION: Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself This system provides you with a far greater with its features. access to audio stations and song listings. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a Giving extended attention to entertainment safer driving experience.
Page 244: Setting The Time
• Setting the Time Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and Without Date Display adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite AM/FM Base Radio with a Single CD Player radio stations using the presets and steering This type of radio has a (clock) button for...
Page 245 To change the time default setting from 12 hour 3. Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels that you want to change. to 24 hour, press the button and then the Every time the pushbutton is pressed again, pushbutton located under the forward arrow label.
Page 246 Six-Disc CD (MP3) Player The date does not automatically display. The only way to see the date is by pressing the MENU This type of radio has a MENU button instead of button and then the button when the radio the clock button to set the time and date.
Page 247: Radio With Cd (Base)
Radio with CD (Base) Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The selection displays. (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © ¨ SEEK : Press the SEEK arrows to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there.
Page 248 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), BASS/TREB (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass can be programmed on the six numbered or treble, press the knob or the pushbuttons pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: located under the BASS/TREB (treble) display, 1.
Page 249 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. balance or fade, press the button or the If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the knob until the desired speaker control label...
Page 250 If there is no apparent damage, try a known (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the good CD. CD currently playing. Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more © ¨ SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, the start of the current track, if more than ten or an attempt is made to play scratched or...
Page 251 RDM (Random): With the random setting, you (Information): Press this button to switch the can listen to CD tracks in random, rather than display between the track number, elapsed time of sequential order. To use random, do the following: the track, and the time. When the ignition is off, press this button to display the time.
Page 252 CD Messages Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack CHECK DISC: If an error message displays located on the lower right side of the faceplate. and/or the CD ejects, it could be for one of the This is not an audio output;...
Page 253: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. You might need to make additional volume adjustments from the portable device. BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing.
Page 254 Radio Data System (RDS) Playing the Radio The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the The RDS feature is available for use only on FM system on and off. stations that broadcast RDS information. This Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information increase or decrease the volume.
Page 255 Finding a Station (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press this button BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, to display additional text information related to the FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The selection displays. current FM-RDS or XM™ station, or MP3 song. A choice of additional information such as: (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio Channel, Song, Artist, and CAT (category) can...
Page 256 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations The number of favorites pages can be setup using can be programmed as favorites using the the MENU button. To setup the number of six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station favorites pages, perform the following steps: frequency labels and by using the radio favorites 1.
Page 257 Setting the Tone To return to the manual mode, press the EQ button until Manual displays or start to manually (Bass/Midrange/Treble) adjust the bass, midrange, or treble by BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): pressing the knob. To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) knob until the tone control labels display.
Page 258 Finding a Category (CAT) Station Undesired XM™ categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to ﬁnd category, perform the following: XM™ stations while the radio is in the XM™ 1.
Page 259 Radio Messages Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) LOAD : Press this button to load CDs into the Calibration Error: The audio system has been CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the To insert one CD, do the following: radio has not been conﬁgured properly for your...
Page 260 When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol displays Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more on the CD. As each new track starts to play, than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, the track number displays.
Page 261 RDM (Random): With the random setting, the (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the tracks can be played in random, rather than CD currently playing. sequential order, on one CD or all CDs in a © ¨ SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to six-disc CD player.
Page 262 CD Messages BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing. The CD remains inside the CHECK DISC: If an error message displays radio for future listening. and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play the following reasons: a CD while listening to the radio.
Page 263 Using the Auxiliary Input Jack (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack volume of the portable player. You might need to located on the lower right side of the faceplate. make additional volume adjustments from the This is not an audio output;...
Page 264: Using An Mp3
Using an MP3 MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc computer: Your radio may have MP3 capability. With this • Make sure the MP3 ﬁles are recorded on a feature, the radio plays MP3 ﬁles that were CD-R or CD-RW disc.
Page 265 • Root Directory Minimize the length of the ﬁle, folder or playlist names. Long ﬁle, folder, or playlist names, or a The root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is combination of a large number of ﬁles and treated as a folder. If the root directory has folders, or playlists can cause the player to be compressed audio ﬁles, the directory displays as unable to play up to the maximum number of...
Page 266 No Folder Order of Play When the CD-R or CD-RW contains only Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are compressed ﬁles, the ﬁles are located under the played in the following order: root folder. The next and previous folder functions •...
Page 267 File System and Naming Playing an MP3 The song name that displays is the song name Insert a CD-R or CD-RW partway into the slot that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is (Single CD Player), or press the load button and not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays wait for the message to insert disc (Six-Disc the ﬁle name without the extension (such as .mp3)
Page 268 RDM (Random): With the random setting, (Next Folder): Press the pushbutton MP3 ﬁles can be played on the CD-R or CD-RW positioned under the Folder label to go to the ﬁrst in random, rather than sequential order, on track in the next folder. one CD-R/CD-RW or all discs in a six-disc CD REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button player.
Page 269 If you want to listen to MP3 ﬁles by another artist, (Music Navigator): If your radio has the press the pushbutton located below either MP3 feature, it has the music navigator feature to arrow button. The CD goes to the next or previous play MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R or CD-RW in order artist in alphabetical order.
Page 270: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 271 Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No CAT Info Category Name No category information is available at this time on this not available channel. The system is working properly. No Information No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this time message available on this channel.
Page 272: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Audio Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. If your vehicle has audio steering wheel controls, The navigation system has built-in features they may be differ intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology depending on your alone, no matter how advanced, can never vehicle’s options.
Page 273: Radio Reception
Radio Reception If your vehicle has the navigation system, press and hold this button for longer than Frequency interference and static can occur one second to initiate voice recognition. See during normal radio reception if items such as cell “Voice Recognition” in the Navigation System phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, manual for more information.
Page 274: Care Of Your Cds
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Care of Your CDs XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous cases or other protective cases and away from United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, direct sunlight and dust.
Page 275: Care Of The Cd Player
Care of the CD Player If static is heard on the radio, when the rear window defogger is turned on, it could mean that Do not use CD lens cleaners for CD players a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this because the lens of the CD optics can become is true, the grid line must be repaired.
Page 276 ✍ NOTES...
Page 277: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads .... 294 City Driving ..........296 Your Vehicle ..........278 Freeway Driving ........297 Defensive Driving ........278 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ....298 Drunken Driving ........
Page 278: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and CAUTION: Your Vehicle Defensive driving really means “Be ready Defensive Driving for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, The best advice anyone can give about driving is: or expressways, it means “Always expect Drive defensively. the unexpected.”...
Page 279: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink Death and injury associated with drinking and alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one For persons under 21, it is against the law in contributor to the highway death toll, claiming every U.S.
Page 280 According to the American Medical Association, It is the amount of alcohol that counts. a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce For example, if the same person drank three (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) with a BAC of about 0.06 percent.
Page 281 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC There is something else about drinking and driving of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving that many people do not know. Medical research skills of many people are impaired at a BAC shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain,...
Page 282: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second. But that is only an average. It might The following three systems help to control your be less with one driver and as long as two or vehicle while driving —...
Page 283: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System unnecessary braking. That means better braking (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system and longer brake life.
Page 284 ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.
Page 285: Braking In Emergencies
Traction Control System (TCS) Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits or always decrease stopping distance. If you get wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will conditions.
Page 286: Stabilitrak System
® StabiliTrak System The SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL message, the traction control system warning light and Your vehicle may have this feature. The ® the StabiliTrak warning light will come on to let ® StabiliTrak system is an advanced computer you know if there is a problem with the traction controlled system that helps the driver maintain control system.
Page 287: Power Steering
Steering The SERVICE STABILITRAK message will be displayed and the traction control system ® Power Steering and StabiliTrak warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on if there is a problem with If you lose power steering assist because the the system.
Page 288 Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories systems — steering and acceleration — have and Modiﬁcations on page 325. to do their work where the tires meet the road. Steering in Emergencies Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places.
Page 289: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your vehicle’s right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 290: Passing
Passing pass. A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing the road ahead is The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a clear. Never cross a solid line on your side of two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, the lane or a double solid line, even if the road accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead,...
Page 291: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that Let us review what driving experts say about what someone is not trying to pass you as you pull happens when the three control systems —...
Page 292: Driving At Night
Remember: Any traction control system helps Learn to recognize warning clues — such as avoid only the acceleration skid. If your traction enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to control system is off, then an acceleration skid is make a mirrored surface —...
Page 293 • glare, as from a driver who does not lower the In remote areas, watch for animals. high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed • If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe headlamps, slow down a little. Avoid staring place and rest.
Page 294: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 295 Driving Through Deep Standing Water Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. puddles or standing water, water can come in Try to avoid puddles.
Page 296: City Driving
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips City Driving • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. •...
Page 297: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 298: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Once you are moving on the freeway, make Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at certain you allow a reasonable following distance. the same speed most of the other drivers are Expect to move slightly slower at night.
Page 299: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Of course, you will ﬁnd experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across Is there actually such a condition as highway North America. They will be ready and willing to hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at help if you need it.
Page 300: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transaxle.
Page 301 • Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide CAUTION: or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with •...
Page 302: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some Here are some tips for winter driving: winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 303 Driving on Snow or Ice But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get Most of the time, those places where the tires wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and meet the road probably have good traction.
Page 304: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you will in a serious situation.
Page 305 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 306: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your CAUTION: headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window If you let your vehicle’s tires spin at high almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Page 307: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading Your Vehicle First, turn the steering wheel left and right. It is very important to know how much weight your That will clear the area around the front wheels. vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle If your vehicle has traction control, you should turn capacity weight and includes the weight of all the traction control system off.
Page 308 Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 385 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 392.
Page 309 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 −...
Page 310 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 = for Example 3 = Subtract Subtract Occupant Weight 750 lbs (340 kg) Occupant Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) ×...
Page 311 Certiﬁcation Label And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 312 Automatic Level Control If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn the load changes.
Page 313: Towing
Towing With the proper preparation and equipment, many vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “Dinghy Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following. Towing Your Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle •...
Page 314 Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing Notice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Page 315: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that CAUTION: appears later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 316 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: If you do, here are some important points: • The weight of the trailer. • There are many different laws, including speed • The weight of the trailer tongue. limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 317 You can ask your dealer/retailer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 464 for more information. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle.
Page 318 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the You should always attach chains between your upper limit for cold tires. You will ﬁnd these vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains numbers on the Tire-Loading Information label.
Page 319 Trailer Wiring Harness During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer any trailer brakes are still working. lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s Following Distance side rear lamp connector.
Page 320 Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash for turns even if the Notice: Making very sharp turns while bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may trailering could cause the trailer to come in think drivers behind you are seeing your signal contact with the vehicle.
Page 321 Driving On Grades But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here is how to do it: Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before 1. Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into you start down a long or steep downgrade.
Page 322 When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal Schedule for more on this. Things that are down while you: especially important in trailer operation are •...
Page 323: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............325 Overheated Engine Protection Accessories and Modiﬁcations ....325 Operating Mode ........353 California Proposition 65 Warning ....326 Cooling System (3.8L V6 Engine) ....354 Doing Your Own Service Work ....326 Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine) ....
Page 324 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tire Inspection and Rotation ...... 398 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....423 When It Is Time for New Tires ....400 Finish Care ..........423 Buying New Tires ........400 Windshield and Wiper Blades ....424 Different Size Tires and Wheels ....
Page 325: Service
Service Accessories and Modiﬁcations When you add non-GM accessories to your vehicle Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants they can affect your vehicle’s performance and you to be happy with it. We hope you will go safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, to your dealer for all your service needs.
Page 326: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning CAUTION: (Continued) Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts, California to cause cancer and birth defects or other and other fasteners. English and reproductive harm.
Page 327: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside Gasoline Octane of Your Vehicle If your vehicle has the 3.8L V6 engine (VIN Code 2), use regular unleaded gasoline Things you might add to the outside of your with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 328: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations Additives At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the speciﬁcation D 4814 in the United States or United States are now required to contain additives CAN/CGSB-3.5 in Canada. Some gasolines may that will help prevent engine and fuel system contain an octane-enhancing additive called deposits from forming, allowing your emission...
Page 329: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use If you plan on driving in another country outside fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might parts in the fuel system and also damage be hard to ﬁnd.
Page 330: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 331 The vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be CAUTION: displayed if the fuel cap is not properly installed. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the CAUTION: fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 332: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity An electric fan under the hood can start up discharge from the container can ignite the and injure you even when the engine is not gasoline vapor.
Page 333: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the ﬂoor. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull the secondary hood release to the right.
Page 334: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.8L V6 engine, here is what you will see:...
Page 335 A. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Cap on page 351. “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 337. B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield I. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Washer Fluid on page 365.
Page 336 When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8 engine, here is what you will see:...
Page 337: Engine Oil
Engine Oil A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 430. If the OIL LEVEL LOW ADD OIL message appears B. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. in the Driver Information Center (DIC), check the See Jump Starting on page 372. engine oil level right away.
Page 338: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for the location of the engine...
Page 339 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. • Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 340: Engine Oil Life System
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the When the system has calculated that oil life has temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 is necessary.
Page 341: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very change the engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle long.
Page 342: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect or replace the ﬁlter, do the following: See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval.
Page 343: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Follow these steps to reinstall the cover to the Notice: If the air cleaner/ﬁlter is off, a backﬁre engine air cleaner/ﬁlter housing: can cause a damaging engine ﬁre. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will 1. Align the two hinges located on the inboard damage it.
Page 344 How to Check Automatic Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle ﬂuid level if you have been driving: Transaxle Fluid (3.8L Engine) • When outside temperatures are Because this operation can be a little difficult, you above 90°F (32°C). may choose to have this done at the dealership •...
Page 345 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the For the 3.8L V6 engine the transaxle ﬂuid engine running. dipstick top is a round 2.
Page 346 How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 453. If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 347: Engine Coolant
How to Check Automatic Transaxle A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: Fluid (4.6L Engine) • Give freezing protection down For the 4.6L V8 engine, it is not necessary to to −34°F (−37°C). check the transaxle ﬂuid level. A transaxle ﬂuid •...
Page 348 What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water badly damaged. The repair cost would not be ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will covered by your warranty.
Page 349 The engine coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of CAUTION: (Continued) the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 334 for more information on location. recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never The vehicle must be on a level surface.
Page 350 Checking Coolant (4.6L V8 Engine) CAUTION: The engine coolant surge tank is located Turning the surge tank pressure cap when toward the rear of the engine and radiator are hot can allow the engine compartment on the passenger’s steam and scalding liquids to blow out side of the vehicle.
Page 351: Radiator Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap If you need more coolant, add the proper Notice: The radiator cap on your vehicle ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly tank, but only when the engine is cool. installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Page 352 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See CAUTION: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 353 for information on driving to a Steam from an overheated engine can safe place in an emergency.
Page 353: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: Operating Mode 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in If an overheated engine condition exists and the NEUTRAL (N) while stopped.
Page 354: Cooling System (3.8L V6 Engine)
Cooling System (3.8L V6 Engine) CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 355 Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your CAUTION: warranty. ® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL Heater and radiator hoses, and other may cause premature engine, heater core, engine parts, can be very hot. Do not or radiator corrosion.
Page 356 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark, Recovery Tank add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water ® and DEX-COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 357 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn...
Page 358 3. Remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover 4. After the engine shield to access the bleed valve. cools, open the coolant air bleed valve. There is one bleed valve. It is located on the thermostat housing. 5. Fill the radiator with the proper ®...
Page 359 7. Replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can shield. feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7.1. Remove the oil ﬁll tube, with cap attached, from the valve cover.
Page 360: Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine)
Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine) CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 361 ® Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL may cause premature engine, heater core, CAUTION: or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, Heater and radiator hoses, and other at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 362 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can Steam and scalding liquids from a hot boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 363 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper CAUTION: mixture to the FULL COLD mark on the You can be burned if you spill coolant side of the coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains surge tank. ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 364: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering ﬂuid, do the following: See Engine 1. Turn the key off and let the engine Compartment Overview compartment cool down. on page 334 for information on the 2.
Page 365: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, What to Use follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure • to read the manufacturer’s instructions before Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer use.
Page 366: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add Brake Fluid ﬂuid when the linings are worn, then you will have too much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as The brake master necessary, only when work is done on the...
Page 367 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage When you need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake brake system parts. For example, just a few ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine only.
Page 368 Brake Wear Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Some driving conditions or climates can cause Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or make a high-pitched warning sound when the lightly applied.
Page 369 Brake Pedal Travel Replacing Brake System Parts See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does The braking system on a vehicle is complex. not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid Its many parts have to be of top quality and work increase in pedal travel.
Page 370: Battery
Battery CAUTION: Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s A battery that is not properly vented can ® label. We recommend an ACDelco replacement let sulfuric acid fumes into the area under battery.
Page 371 Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 372: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may your vehicle. want to use another vehicle and some jumper 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a cables to start your vehicle.
Page 373 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3.
Page 374 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause Fans or other moving engine parts can battery gas to explode. People have been injure you badly. Keep your hands away hurt doing this, and some have been from moving parts once the engine is blinded.
Page 375 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead Use a remote positive (+) terminal if battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 376 Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting vehicles, do the following: may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 377: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: • Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming from a light colored wall. system. The aim of the headlamps have been • Have all four tires on a level surface which is preset at the factory and should need no further level all the way to the wall.
Page 378 To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 333 for more information. 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall 2.
Page 379 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape headlamp not being adjusted. Do not place line.
Page 380: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 383. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 381 To replace one of these bulbs: 6. Pull out the taillamp assembly. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 106 for 7. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and more information. pull it straight out to remove it. 2. Remove the convenience net, if the vehicle 8.
Page 382: Taillamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps To replace an auxiliary taillamp or back-up lamp bulb: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 106 for more information. A. Taillamp B. Back-up Lamp 2. Remove the three fasteners from the trunk trim. 3. Pull back the trunk trim to access the bulbs. 4.
Page 383: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs: Exterior Lamps Bulb Number 1. Remove the license plate. Back-up Lamp 2. Reach up through the opening above the Sidemarker, License Plate Lamp, license plate to access the two license and Auxiliary Taillamp plate lamps.
Page 384 To replace the wiper blade assembly, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY, with the engine off. 2. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield. 4. Replace the blade assembly with a new one. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield.
Page 385: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever • Underinﬂated tires pose the same have questions about your tire warranty and where danger as overloaded tires. The to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for resulting accident could cause serious details.
Page 386: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular Useful information about a tire is molded into its tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, sidewall. The examples below show a typical and service description.
Page 387 (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
Page 388 (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and (G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria number of plies in the sidewall and under Speciﬁcation): Original equipment tires designed the tread. to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all letters and numbers following the DOT (Department...
Page 389: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that tire.
Page 390 Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 391 Occupant Distribution: Designated seating Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which positions. the tire beads are seated. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that and the bead.
Page 392: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): A tire information system that Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s operate effectively. traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that testing procedures.
Page 393 How to Check A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 394: Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor System For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see DIC Controls and Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor System Displays on page 214 and DIC Warnings and (TPMS). This system uses radio and sensor Messages on page 223.
Page 395 As an added safety even if under-inﬂation has not reached the level to feature, your vehicle trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure has been equipped telltale. with a tire pressure Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS monitoring system malfunction indicator to indicate when the system (TPMS) that illuminates...
Page 396 A tire and Loading Information label, attached to See your GM dealer for service if all TPMS sensors your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s are installed and the error message comes on and original equipment tires and the correct inﬂation stays on.
Page 397 The TPMS matching process is outlined below: 7. Proceed to the passenger’s side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 6. 1. Set the parking brake. 8. Proceed to the passenger’s side rear tire, and 2. Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the repeat the procedure in Step 6.
Page 398: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Federal Communications Tire Inspection and Rotation Commission (FCC) and Industry Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles and Science Canada (8 000 to 13 000 km). The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your operates on a radio frequency and complies with tires as soon as possible and check wheel Part 15 of the FCC Rules and is subject to the...
Page 399 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See “TPMS Sensor Identiﬁcation Codes” under Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 394. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 438. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here.
Page 400: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for One way to tell when it your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed is time for new tires is on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to to check the treadwear meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria indicators, which will...
Page 401 CAUTION: CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, control while driving. If you mix tires of the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop different sizes, brands, or types (radial cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing handle properly, and you could have a...
Page 402: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Different Size Tires and Wheels CAUTION: If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including If you add different sized wheels, your its braking, ride and handling characteristics, vehicle may not provide an acceptable stability, and resistance to rollover.
Page 403: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based Quality grades can be found where applicable on on the wear rate of the tire when tested under the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government maximum section width.
Page 404: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat longest tire life and best overall performance.
Page 405 Each new wheel should have the same Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset problems with bearing life, brake cooling, and be mounted the same way as the one speedometer or odometer calibration, it replaces. headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel...
Page 406: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Follow that manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the If your vehicle has P235/55R17, or device if it is contacting your vehicle, P245/50R18 size tires, do not use tire and do not spin your vehicle’s wheels.
Page 407: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 408: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart on your vehicle’s hazard warning ﬂashers. See while the vehicle is raised.
Page 409: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools When your vehicle has a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement The equipment you will need is located in of wheel blocks. the trunk. 1. If your vehicle has a center retainer, turn it counterclockwise to remove it.
Page 410 3. Remove the washer and retainer that holds The tools you will be using include the jack (A) down the jack and wheel wrench. and the wheel wrench (B). 4. Remove the jack container with the jack and the wheel wrench. 5.
Page 411: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and 3. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head. Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. CAUTION: See Changing a Flat Tire on page 408 for more information. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 412 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 4. Put the jack into the ﬂange in the frame which is located near each wheel well.
Page 413 8. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the CAUTION: (Continued) ﬂat tire. accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used to do this;...
Page 414 10. Install the compact spare tire. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 11. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 415 Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. CAUTION: To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 438 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation.
Page 416: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire To store the compact spare tire and tools: and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Page 417 A. Center Retainer 4. Insert the jack container (E) into the spare tire (F). B. Compact Spare Tire Cover 5. Insert the wheel wrench (G) and jack (H) into C. Retainer the center of the compact spare tire making D. Washer sure to line up the wheel nut hole with the E.
Page 418: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated car wash with guide rails. The compact spare when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after can get caught on the rails.
Page 419: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Notice: If you use abrasive cleaners when Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you best if it is cleaned often.
Page 420: Fabric/Carpet
Fabric/Carpet Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to attachment frequently to remove dust and loose remove a soil from any interior surface. dirt.
Page 421: Leather
Leather To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with A soft cloth dampened with water may be used water or club soda. to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used.
Page 422: Instrument Panel, Vinyl, And Other Plastic Surfaces
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Care of Safety Belts Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is CAUTION: necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 423: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to Your Vehicle on page 423.
Page 424: Windshield And Wiper Blades
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and Wipers can be damaged by: other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and • Extreme dusty conditions tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from • Sand and salt industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s •...
Page 425: Tires
Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or automatic car wash that has silicone carbide cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the chrome-plated wheels, you could damage aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 426: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage Underbody Maintenance If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust repair or replacement, make sure the body repair control can collect on the underbody. If these are shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Page 427: Chemical Paint Spotting
Chemical Paint Spotting Description Usage Removes dirt, grime, Some weather and atmospheric conditions can Glass Cleaner smoke and ﬁngerprints. create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can Removes dirt and grime fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the Chrome and Wire from chrome wheels and Wheel Cleaner vehicle.
Page 428: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps you identify your vehicle’s Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) engine, speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label This label is on the spare tire cover. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 429: Electrical System
Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected Add-On Electrical Equipment from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst.
Page 430: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. Remove the fuse cover and secondary service cover to access the fuse block.
Page 431 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Spare Horn Driver’s Side Low-Beam Windshield Wiper Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Driver’s Side Corner Lamp Airbag Ignition Passenger’s Side Corner Lamp Engine Control Module Oxygen Sensor Transaxle Ignition Powertrain Spare Engine Control Module (ECM), Crank Spare Injector Coil Spare Injector Coil Passenger’s Side High-Beam...
Page 432 J-Case Fuse Usage Relays Usage Heated Windshield Washer Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan Spare Crank Crank Powertrain Cooling Fan 2 Spare Anti-lock Brake System 2 Run/Crank Anti-lock Brake System 1 Cooling Fan 2 Air Pump Windshield Wiper Air Pump Windshield Wiper High Air Conditioning...
Page 433: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver’s side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse block. Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Notice: If you touch the exposed wires with the metal on the seat cushion, you could cause a short that could damage the battery and or wires.
Page 434 To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following: CAUTION: (Continued) routed through the seat cushion at all, it will not be there to work for the next passenger. The person sitting in that position could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat cushion, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are not twisted.
Page 435 J-Case Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Climate Control Fan Ampliﬁer (Option) Rear Defogger Not Used Electronic Leveling Interior Lamps Control/Compressor...
Page 436 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage ® Courtesy/Passenger Side OnStar (Option) Front Turn Signal Accessory Power Outlet Canister Vent Driver Door Module Magnetic Ride Control Passenger Door Module Module (Option) Trunk Release Leveling Compressor Heated/Cooled Seats (Option) Not Used Engine Control Module, Transaxle Not Used Control Module (ECM/TCM) Switch Dimmer...
Page 437 Fuses Usage Resistor Usage Retained Accessory Power, Terminating Resistor Miscellaneous Driver’s Side Park Lamp Relays Usage Passenger’s Side Park Lamp Retained Accessory Power Heated Steering Wheel (Option) Park Lamps Not Used Run (Option) Not Used Daytime Running Lamps Heated/Cooled Seats, Not Used Ignition 3 (Option) Trunk Release...
Page 438: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 453 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a label located under the hood.
Page 439 Capacities Application English Metric Fuel Tank 3.8L Engine (with NU6 emissions) sold new in CA, ME, 18.0 gal 68.1 L VT, NY, MA (see your dealer for bordering states) 3.8L Engine (without NU6 emissions) sold new in all 18.5 gal 70.0 L other states (see your dealer for more information) 4.6L Engines sold new in all states...
Page 440 ✍ NOTES...
Page 441: Maintenance Schedule
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........ 442 Owner Checks and Services ..... 449 Introduction ..........442 At Each Fuel Fill ........450 Maintenance Requirements ......442 At Least Once a Month ......450 Your Vehicle and the Environment .... 442 At Least Once a Year .......
Page 442: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, Introduction inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level prescribed in this manual are necessary to and change as recommended. keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty.
Page 443: Using The Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 444 should be performed when indicated. We at General Motors want to help you keep your See Additional Required Services on page 446 and vehicle in good working condition. But we do not Maintenance Footnotes on page 448 for further know exactly how you will drive it.
Page 444: Scheduled Maintenance
® Scheduled Maintenance When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and supported service technicians will perform in the Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on, it the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 445 When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the appears, certain services, checks, and inspections CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on are required. Required services are described within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased in the following for “Maintenance I”...
Page 446: Additional Required Services
Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in • • this section. • Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). • Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). • Inspect wiper blades.
Page 447 Additional Required Services (cont’d) 25,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 Service and Miles (Kilometers) (40 000) (80 000) (120 000) (160 000) (200 000) (240 000) Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See • • • Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 342. Change automatic transmission •...
Page 448: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for anchorages are working properly. Look for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, any other loose or damaged safety belt system etc.
Page 449: Owner Checks And Services
(h) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter (l) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if more of these conditions: necessary. − In heavy city traffic where the outside (m) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change.
Page 450: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month It is important to perform these underhood checks Tire Inﬂation Check at each fuel ﬁll. Inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they Engine Oil Level Check are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire.
Page 451: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Page 452 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular While parked, and with the parking brake set, brake, set the parking brake. try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift lever •...
Page 453: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, System in Canada 89021186). Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Page 454: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ® ACDelco Part Part GM Part Number Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 3.8L V6 Engine 25010792 PF47...
Page 455: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 4.6L V8 Engine 3.8L V6 Engine...
Page 456: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 442. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 449 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 457 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 458 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 459: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ..460 Reporting Safety Defects ......475 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ....460 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ......... 463 United States Government ..... 475 Customer Assistance for Reporting Safety Defects to the Text Telephone (TTY) Users ....
Page 460: Customer Assistance And Information
STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern Information cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., contact the Buick Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-521-7300. Customer Satisfaction Procedure In Canada, contact General Motors of Canada...
Page 461 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using General Motors and your dealer are committed the toll-free telephone number or write them at the to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with following address: your new vehicle.
Page 462 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event For further information concerning eligibility that you do not feel your concerns have been in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan addressed after following the procedure outlined (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. in Steps one and two, General Motors of Canada Alternatively you may call the General Motors Limited wants you to be aware of its participation Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777...
Page 463: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section Online Owner Center of gmcanada.com where you can save information (United States only) on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs.
Page 464: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free Canada — Customer Assistance number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Buick, the letter should be General Motors of Canada Limited addressed to: Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive United States —...
Page 465: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas — Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can Paseo de la Reforma # 2740...
Page 466: Roadside Assistance Program
Service is available 24 hours a day, you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. 365 days a year. A remote unlock may be available if you have As the owner of a new Buick vehicle, you are ® an active OnStar subscription.
Page 467 Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance In many instances, mechanical failures are covered (Canada only): In the event of a warranty under Buick’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty for U.S. related vehicle disablement, while en route customers, and the duration of the Base Warranty...
Page 468 For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, Buick and General Motors of Canada Limited please provide the following to the Roadside reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement Assistance Representative: to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type •...
Page 469: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, To enhance your ownership experience, we and contact your dealer and request an appointment. our participating dealers are proud to offer By scheduling a service appointment and Courtesy Transportation, a customer support advising your service consultant of your program for new vehicles.
Page 470 Transportation Options customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement Warranty service can generally be completed while for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing supported by original receipts.
Page 471: Collision Damage Repair
Additional Program Information Collision Parts All program options, such as shuttle service, Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made may not be available at every dealer. Please with the same materials and construction methods contact your dealer for speciﬁc information as the parts with which your vehicle was originally about availability.
Page 472 Insuring Your Vehicle Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with and may not have been tested for your vehicle. comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of premature durability/corrosion problems, and may coverage afforded by various insurance policy...
Page 473 If an Accident Occurs • If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Here is what to do if you are involved in an Assistance Program on page 466 for more accident. information. • Try to relax and then check to make sure you •...
Page 474 • Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you Process through the information they will need. If they In the event that your vehicle requires damage ask for a police report, phone or go to the police repairs, GM recommends that you take an active department headquarters the next day and you role in its repair.
Page 475: Reporting Safety Defects
If another party’s insurance company is paying for To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 valuation based on that insurance company’s (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to collision policy repair limits, as you have no http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 476: Reporting Safety Defects To
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair you will notify us. information on engines, transmission, axle Please call us at 1-800-521-7300, or write: suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Buick Customer Assistance Center Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer P.O. Box 33136 Case Unit Repair Manual Detroit, MI 48232-5136...
Page 477 Service Bulletins Owner Information Service Bulletins give technical service information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for needed to knowledgeably service General Motors owners and intended to provide basic operational cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions information about the vehicle. The owner manual to assist in the diagnosis and service of your includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Page 478: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Vehicle Data Recording and Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Privacy Eastern Time Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated For Credit Card Orders Only computers that record information about the (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on vehicle’s performance and how it is driven.
Page 479: Event Data Recorders
Event Data Recorders GM will not access this information or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle Some information about your vehicle’s performance owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the and how it is driven may be recorded on various consent of the lessee;...
Page 480: Onstar
OnStar Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID) ® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe ® to the OnStar services, please refer to the RFID technology is used in some vehicles for ® OnStar Terms and Conditions for information functions such as tire pressure monitoring ®...
Page 481 Antenna, Backglass ........275 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..... 325 Antenna System ........275 Adding Equipment to Your Anti-Lock Brake System ......283 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......87 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ..204 Additives, Fuel ..........328 Appearance Care Add-On Electrical Equipment .......
Page 482 Audio System ..........243 Brake Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....272 Emergencies ..........285 Backglass Antenna ........275 Parking ............ 122 Care of Your CD Player ......275 Brakes ............366 Care of Your CDs ........274 Panic Assist ..........287 Navigation/Radio System, System Warning Light ......
Page 483 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ...... 438 Child Restraints (cont.) Carbon Monoxide ....106, 127, 302, 315 Securing a Child Restraint in the Care of Center Front Seat Position ..... 66 Safety Belts ..........422 Securing a Child Restraint in the Your CD Player ........275 Right Front Seat Position ......
Page 484 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ....39 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Compact Spare Tire ........418 Reporting Safety Defects to the Compass ......19, 130, 133, 220 Canadian Government ......475 Content Theft-Deterrent ....... 110 Reporting Safety Defects to the Control of a Vehicle ........
Page 485 Driver Electrical System (cont.) Position, Safety Belt ........26 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ..... 433 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....214 Underhood Fuse Block ......430 DIC Controls and Displays ....... 214 Engine DIC Vehicle Customization ....... 233 Air Cleaner/Filter ........342 DIC Warnings and Messages ....
Page 486 Fuel (cont.) Fuels in Foreign Countries ....... 329 Filter Gage ............213 Engine Air Cleaner ........342 Gasoline Octane ........327 Finish Damage ..........426 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ......328 Flashers, Hazard Warning ......162 Fuses Flash-to-Pass ..........166 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 429 Flat Tire ............
Page 487 Horn ............162 How to Use This Manual ........ 4 Hazard Warning Flashers ......162 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....25 Head Restraints ..........18 Headlamp Aiming ............. 377 Headlamps Ignition Positions ......... 114 Bulb Replacement ........380 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ....
Page 488 Light (cont.) Safety Belt Reminder ....... 198 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ........ 386 Security ........... 212 ® Lamps StabiliTrak Indicator ........ 205 Cornering ..........175 TCS Warning Light ........204 Courtesy ..........176 Tire Pressure ........... 207 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ....175 Traction Control System (TCS) Front Reading ..........
Page 489 Locks (cont.) Malfunction Indicator Light ......208 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..104 Manual Passenger Seat ........9 Rear Door Security Locks ......104 Memory Seat and Mirrors ......13 Loss of Control ........... 291 Message Lumbar DIC Warnings and Messages ....223 Power Controls ..........
Page 490 Outlets Accessory Power ........183 Navigation System, Privacy ......480 Outside Navigation/Radio System, Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror .... 136 see Navigation Manual ......272 Convex Mirror .......... 136 New Vehicle Break-In ........114 Curb View Assist Mirror ......135 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..454 Power Mirrors ..........
Page 491 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ....200 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ....194 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..24 Passenger Sensing System ......81 Passing ............290 ® PASS-Key III+ ........... 111 ® PASS-Key III+ Operation ......112 Perimeter Lighting ........177 Radiator Pressure Cap ........
Page 492 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming Restraint System Check with Compass .......... 133 Checking the Restraint Systems ....88 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming Replacing Restraint System Parts ® with OnStar ..........129 After a Crash ......... 89 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ....116 ®...
Page 493 Safety Belts (cont.) Security Light ..........212 Questions and Answers About Service ............325 Safety Belts ..........24 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ....325 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....39 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Rear Seat Passengers ....... 36 Your Vehicle .........
Page 494 Steering ............287 TCS Warning Light ........204 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....272 Theater Dimming ......... 177 Steering Wheel, Heated ......163 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ......... 272 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ......163 Theft-Deterrent Systems ......110 Storage Areas Content Theft-Deterrent ......110 ®...
Page 495 Tires (cont.) Removing the Flat Tire ......411 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ..180 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools .... 409 Understanding Radio Reception ....273 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ..416 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ....... 403 Tire Sidewall Labeling ......
Page 496 Windshield Rainsense™ II Wipers ......167 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ..196 Washer ............ 168 Warnings Washer Fluid ........... 365 DIC Warnings and Messages ....223 Wiper Blade Replacement ......383 Hazard Warning Flashers ......162 Wiper Blades, Cleaning ......424 Other Warning Devices ......

Buick Lucerne 2007 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar ® System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Instrument Panel

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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